Painter

Position Title: Painter

Department: Paint
Reports to: Paint Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The Painter is responsible for applying primer, paint, and specialty coatings to parts and finished products while ensuring a high-quality finish that meets Harper Industries standards. This role is responsible for maintaining coating consistency, operating paint equipment safely and efficiently, and supporting departmental quality and production goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Apply primer, paint, and specialty coatings to parts and finished products
• Ensure proper coating thickness and finish quality standards are consistently achieved
• Apply GatorHyde and other protective coatings as required
• Inspect painted products for finish quality, consistency, and appearance
• Operate paint booth equipment safely and efficiently
• Clean, maintain, and properly store paint guns, spray equipment, and related tools
• Assist with routine paint booth maintenance, filter changes, and housekeeping activities
• Maintain paint kitchen responsibilities, including material handling and organization
• Follow all company safety procedures, policies, and quality standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and Quality Control personnel
• Assist with movement and handling of materials and components as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize work and manage responsibilities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Previous industrial painting, powder coating, or manufacturing finishing experience preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification
• Basic understanding of paint application equipment and finishing processes preferred
• Embodies organizational core values (authentic, driven, humble, trustworthy)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for the majority of the workday
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, and reaching
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm motions throughout the shift
• Ability to lift and move 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to safely operate paint application equipment and related tools
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment throughout the workday

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to paint fumes, coatings, solvents, and industrial noise
• Frequent work within paint booth and paint preparation areas
• Regular interaction with Paint Department personnel and Quality Control team members
• Required PPE includes company-provided safety glasses and employee-provided steel-toed footwear; additional PPE as needed

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Employment with Harper Industries is contingent upon successfully passing:

• Pre-employment background check
• Pre-employment drug screening

Harper Industries, Inc. (HII) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The above statements describe the working conditions and physical requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Employees must be able to perform these essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.